[meteorite-list] IMCA?

[Darryl Pitt]

I think what the IMCA aspires to be is outstanding, and I wish the  
organization good fortune as it strives to do an better job in  
promoting an agenda which is of benefit to us all.



On Dec 15, 2008, at 10:26 AM, Michael Gilmer wrote:


> Hi List,

>

> I never thought I would agree with any of these views that are  

> critical

> of the IMCA, but I must admit (unfortunately) that I have seen some

> things that gives me pause about ever wanting to join again.

>

> I was rejected on my first time around for being "too new" on the  

> scene.

>

> A few months later, a beginner I started out in the hobby (introduced

> and schooled) was accepted the first time after being on the scene for

> a fraction of the time I have.

>

> I have seen IMCA members use incorrect or misleading terminology to

> describe/sell specimens.

>

> I have seen IMCA members butcher and disrespect meteorites in the name

> of making a buck. (hideous resin-encased kindergarten junk)

>

> I have had IMCA members be rude to me - uncalled for at that.

>

> On the plus side (for the IMCA) -

>

> Some of the nicest people I have met on the meteorite scene are IMCA

> members.

>

> 2 of my "meteorite mentors" are IMCA members - I greatly value their

> friendship and expertise.

>

> I have gotten some GREAT deals from IMCA members.

>

> I have learned MUCH from talking with IMCA members.

>

> So, in the end, I have to say my opinion of the IMCA is conflicted.

> On the one hand, I feel a personal loyalty to some members who have

> become valued friends of mine.  On the other hand, I think the IMCA

> is inconsistent and NEEDS TO CLEAN HOUSE.  Until this house-cleaning

> takes place, I am not joining (even if they'd have me).

>

> Regards and clear skies,

>

> MikeG

>

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>

> Message: 7

> Date: Mon, 15 Dec 2008 08:51:39 +1000

> From: "Bob WALKER" <qwalkra at mailbox.ezadsl.net.au>

> Subject: [meteorite-list] IMCA not a knight in shining armour !

> To: "Meteorite" <meteorite-list at meteoritecentral.com>

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> Listoids

>

> Heaven forbid !

>

> The alleged guardian of our sacred community condoning the sale of  

> "Mekong

> Iron"

>

> It isn't the first or last time that Listoids have been unhappy with  

> IMCA...

>

> I'd like to hear from other Listoids who have had "disagreements" with

> IMCA - I'm beginning to take the view that there is a bad odour to  

> IMCA ( ?

> by dealers for dealers ?) - tho I'm still acutely aware of the  

> excellent

> work done by many IMCA members

>

> At least it will take the heat off Bob EVANS for a while

>

>

> .........................................................

> Michael Gilmer (Louisiana, USA)

> Member of the Meteoritical Society.

> Member of the Bayou Region Stargazers Network.

> Websites - http://www.galactic-stone.com and http://www.glassthrower.com

> MySpace - http://www.myspace.com/fine_meteorites_4_sale

> ..........................................................

>

>

>

>

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